Electrical Controls Technician in Eustis

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Aviation Hangar Door Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, highly skilled electrical control technician with skills that will immediately apply to the installation and service of aviation hangar doors. The candidate will need a deep understanding of control circuits, be able to program and diagnose PLCs and VFDs, and must be able to stick weld in the field.

Pay is very competitive and includes generous per diem on travel jobs (50-75%).

Job Functions:

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair sectional overhead doors, rolling steel doors, and aircraft hangar door systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, gearboxes, tracks, rollers, cables, springs, control panels, limit switches, safety devices, and seals.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control system issues using appropriate tools and technical documentation.
• Respond to emergency service calls to restore operational capability with minimal downtime.
• Install new door systems and components according to manufacturer specifications and project requirements.
• Conduct operational and safety testing after maintenance or repair activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA guidelines, and base-specific regulations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and parts usage documentation.
• Coordinate with base facilities, operations, and contractors to schedule work and minimize operational impact.
• Maintain housekeeping and tool accountability in work areas.

Education & Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience servicing sectional overhead doors and/or aircraft hangar door systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with large industrial door systems and motorized controls.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Familiarity with safety practices related to high-tension springs, heavy equipment, and elevated work.

Additional Requirements:

• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a background check and any drug testing required to work on FAA and military installations.

Company DescriptionThe Blue Collar Recruiter works closely with our clients to understand their culture and their hiring needs. We recruit motivated candidates and match them with clients that are building great teams. We are not a staffing agency or a temp firm. We bridge the gap between highly-qualified, technically skilled employees and the employers that are growing their teams with the skilled workforce of the future.Company DescriptionThe Blue Collar Recruiter works closely with our clients to understand their culture and their hiring needs. We recruit motivated candidates and match them with clients that are building great teams. We are not a staffing agency or a temp firm. We bridge the gap between highly-qualified, technically skilled employees and the employers that are growing their teams with the skilled workforce of the future.